over the years, Computer mice become expensive. everything It has become expensive. Looking at a list of gaming mice, even the cheapest option is close to $80, can be frustrating, especially when the game now costs $80, while the new graphics card passes over $1,000 regularly.
This is the perfect place for budget-oriented mice. Most high-end mice outweigh the average gamer’s return rate reduction, and most people don’t need the perfect balance, overweight, 8,000 Hz esports-grade mouse accuracy. These are all nice features, but they are not necessary for everyday games where lag, latency and frame rate drops may have more impact on your game than the lack of milliseconds of movement in the mouse.
In the budget mice, the steel plant competes for 3 generations 2 shines. It does not prioritize extreme mildness, unnecessary turnout or other compelling indicators. Instead, the mouse focuses on providing rock solid specifications good enough for average gamers. I tested the wired and wireless variants of the competitor 3 Gen 2, which retailed for $35 and $60, respectively.
Budget performance
Photo: Henri Robbins
Both models come with PIXART optical sensors with up to 18,000 dots per inch (DPI) and 400 inches per second, which is more powerful than the regular Office Mouse and enough for regular gaming. The mouse runs at 1,000 Hz turnout, which is almost standard for today’s gaming mice. The sensor feels lively and responsive, and I don’t find models that lagging behind or miss input during regular use.
The shape and size of the wired and wireless models are nearly the same – the only significant difference between the two is the panel seams on the wireless models. The size of the competitor 3 Gen 2 found a great middle ground that is perfect for average size hands, but can be used for almost any size. The shape of the mouse is standard but effective, and although it doesn’t have the sophisticated and sleek sculpture of Razer’s Viper Line, it’s available, has an intuitive button position and feels comfortable during long use. The two thumb buttons are in good size and are easily accessible, and the center button behind the scroll wheel is short enough that I never accidentally pressed it, but high enough for easy, quick press.
The wired model weighs about 80 grams without including cables (and about 100 units) and the soft braided cables are not captured or friction during regular use. While it’s still not as convenient as a wireless mouse, accessories like bungee jumping don’t need them at all. The biggest functional difference between the wired model and the wireless model is the weight: the wireless model has a battery weighing 110 grams, which is even more mass.
Despite the added weight, the competitor 3 Gen 2 Wireless still feels flexible and easy to move. The large, smooth feet on the bottom slide effortlessly across the table and mouse. The added weight of the battery is obvious, but place it in the mouse instead of the bottom. This makes you feel less like you dragging on the extra weight, as the battery is closer to your hands and is more concentrated in the mouse position.
